Instituto de Olhos Fernando Ventura

3.4 stars ·

Established eye institute in Rio de Janeiro with a strong reputation for ophthalmology and advanced eye care. It is suitable for medical travelers seeking cataract surgery, refractive procedures, glaucoma care, and diagnostic ophthalmology.

60%
Satisfaction Rate
1990
Established

Our Treatments

Eye & Vision

$80 - $200

Ophthalmological and vision correction procedures

LASIK

$1,800 - $3,500

Laser vision correction surgery

97.0% success
1-3 days
15-30 minutes
  • Recovery: 1-3 days
  • Duration: 15-30 minutes
  • Anesthesia: topical

Cataract Surgery

$2,500 - $5,000

Removal of clouded eye lenses

95.0% success
1-2 weeks
15-30 minutes
  • Recovery: 1-2 weeks
  • Duration: 15-30 minutes
  • Anesthesia: topical

Retinal Surgery

$3,500 - $12,000

Surgical treatment of retinal conditions

90.0% success
2-6 weeks
1-3 hours
  • Recovery: 2-6 weeks
  • Duration: 1-3 hours
  • Anesthesia: local

Lens Replacement

$2,000 - $4,500

Intraocular lens replacement surgery

95.0% success
1-2 weeks
20-40 minutes
  • Recovery: 1-2 weeks
  • Duration: 20-40 minutes
  • Anesthesia: topical

Customer Reviews

3.4

Based on 5 reviews

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"Exames marcados previamente mas não realizados porque esqueceram que estava marcado e não tinham a lente no dia do exame, depois de horas espera. Desrespeito total com o paciente."

Thamirys Rocha
· July 9, 2026

"Excelente atendimento: tanto da recepção, quanto das mulheres que realizam os primeiros exames ( triagem), bem como, da médica ( Catarina Ventura), que realizou os exames com muita técnica e profissionalismo(inclusive, irei me submeter a procedimento cirúrgico com a profissional em questão, a qual me tirou todas as dúvidas sobre a cirurgia)! Os pacientes em primeira consulta ganhavam um bombom ( sonho de valsa) como um "boas vindas"... Enfim, estrutura impecável, nota 10 para o IOFV!"

Alê Mota
· July 9, 2026

"Tive a minha primeira consulta na sexta e foi descepcionante. MInha consulta marcada para as 15hrs, cheguei com uma hora de antecedencia e saí da clinica ás 17hrs. Questionei por duas vezes a demora e na primeira vez me informaram que demora era devido estar chamando para 4 salas, só as 16hrs quando novamente foi detectado que foi liberado na recepção minha consulta e não foi repassado para o pessoal que faz o atendimento da triagem antes da consulta. Fiquei super decepcionada e nunca mais voltarei, passei mais de 3hs aguardando uma consulta."

PATRICIA BARROS
· July 9, 2026

"Ambiente acolhedor. Excelente atendimento dos funcionários e principalmente pela Dr. Thaisa.🙏🙌"

Joyce Travassos
· July 9, 2026

"Atendimento extremamente humanizado, eu amei o local e o atendimento Super indico."

Ericka Teixeira
· July 9, 2026

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Cosmetic surgery capital. Beach recovery.

70

Destination Score

70%
Savings vs. US Prices
5
JCI Accredited
#28
global rank
100,000+
patients/year
72
Healthcare & Safety
58
Safety
72
Cost & Value
65
Travel & Getting There
70
Internet Speed
87
Climate
78
Climate & Environment

Healthcare & Safety

System Quality Very Good
Hospitals 50+
JCI Accredited 5 facilities
Emergency Services Good
Pharmacies Widely available
Safety Rating Moderate
Insurance Private hospitals widely accept international insurance; many have English-speaking staff for medical tourists

Travel & Getting There

Airport Rio de Janeiro–Galeão International Airport (GIG)
Distance to City 20 km (~30 min)
English Level Low
Public Transit Moderate
Taxis & Rideshare Rideshares like Uber and 99 widely available; taxis abundant in tourist areas

EU/US/UK: Visa-free 90 days

Cost & Value

Daily Budget $80
Hotel (mid-range) $120/night
Restaurant Meal $15
Daily Transport $20
Currency Brazilian Real (BRL)
Tipping Tipping 10% in restaurants common; optional for taxis and hotels
Savings vs. US Prices
dental
70%
cosmetic surgery
70%
cardiac
65%
orthopedic
60%
fertility
55%

Climate & Environment

Average 23.6°C · Tropical

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Green bars = comfortable range (18-28°C)

Best Time to Visit December to March
Air Quality (AQI) 29
Water Quality Bottled recommended
Internet Speed 100 Mbps
Mobile Network Good 4G/LTE

Medical Tourism Hub

#28 global rank 100,000+ patients/year Excellent recovery environment
Cosmetic SurgeryDentalOrthopedicsFertilityBariatric Surgery
Government-backed program
Patient rights protection

Clinic Location

While Your Companion Recovers

Beach excursions
Historical tours
Shopping districts
Christ the Redeemer visits
Carnival events

Practical Information

Languages Spoken

Portuguese
English

Business Hours

Monday 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM

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This clinic speaks: Portuguese, English

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